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Jefferson is born at Shadwell, Goochland(now called Albemarle) County, Virginia
When learning about someone's life, it's important to know about when they were born. It helps you understand the origins of said person. The person's birth may even play a specific role in the person's life at one point or another. -
Jefferson was elected into the Continental Congress.
It's through this that Jefferson will sign the Declaration of Independance. The declaration plays a significant role in the United States becoming a nation. For that reason, this event proves to be pretty important in American history. -
Jefferson drafted the Declaration of Independance.
Through the Declaration of Independance, Americans declared themselves a free nation. The document has a large importance in the United States becoming a nation. Thomas Jefferson is surely well-known for having drafted this document. -
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Jefferson serves as Secretary of State.
At this point in history, the basics of the government of the United States had been formed, and Jefferson was elected to serve in Washington's cabinet as the Secretary of State. The fact that Jefferson was part of the first generation of the U.S. government is probably some pretty important information. It's also good to know government positions Jefferson held. -
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Jefferson serves as Vice President.
At this time, Jefferson serves as Vice President under President John Adams, who he will become rivals with for President in the next election. Knowing the circumstances of Jefferson's Vice Presidency can help with understanding later events. It's also good to know what government positions Jefferson held. -
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Jefferson serves as President.
This event marks the period of Jefferson's presidency. Jefferson being President is definitely something important. Beyond the importance of being President, it's also good to know what government positions Jefferson held. -
The Louisiana Purchase occurred.
Through this event, Jefferson had bought the whole Louisiana Territory from France. This purchase doubled the size of the United States. It's also what brought about the expedition of Lewis and Clark. -
The Embargo Act was passed.
The Embargo Act forbids trade with foreign countries. Jefferson had this act passed in an attempt to stop countries from attacking American ships. However, it proved to take a huge toll on the United States, dropping exports from $109 million to $25 million, dropping prices on American crops, and costing tens of thousands of Americans their jobs. This is widely believed to be Jefferson’s worst decision as President. -
Jefferson retires from presidency and public life.
At this time, Jefferson was finished with presidency and public life. In other words, he wouldn't participate in any important government positions anymore. This event is certaintly something to make note of. -
Jefferson died in Monticello.
For every beginning, there must be an end. Sometimes, the end could be important for really understanding a story. That’s pretty much the case with this one. A historian might use details about an important person’s death to help put together a story about that person
